Meaning 1political; Austrian proper name · 82%
Abbreviation for the Social Democratic Party of Austria.
Natural examples
Die SPÖ stellte ihren Kandidaten für die Wahl vor.
The SPÖ introduced its candidate for the election.
Im Bericht wird die Geschichte der SPÖ kurz erklärt.
A short report traces the SPÖ’s history.
Die SPÖ veröffentlichte eine Stellungnahme zu dem Vorschlag.
The party published a statement on the proposal.
Usage note
SPÖ is feminine and takes die; Duden notes the former name before 1991.
Mini-lesson: SPÖ
Abbreviation for the Social Democratic Party of Austria. SPÖ is feminine and takes die; Duden notes the former name before 1991.
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